Outreach and Planning Intern (Unpaid Internship)

Job Description

Who We Are:

The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) seeks to protect, preserve, and enhance Massachusetts' environmental resources and create a clean energy future for all residents. Through the stewardship of open spaces, the protection of environmental resources, and the advancement of clean energy, EEA works tirelessly to make Massachusetts a wonderful place to live, work, and raise a family. Our commitment to environmental justice ensures that every resident, regardless of background or location, can live in a safe, clean environment and shares equally in the benefits of the clean energy transition.

The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) is the state agency responsible for ensuring clean air, land, and water. Our work impacts every aspect of people's lives and is critical to the health and wellbeing of our residents and visitors. MassDEP is the lead agency for safe management of toxic and hazardous materials, promotion of waste reduction and recycling, preservation of the state's wetlands and coastal resources, air quality monitoring and pollution reduction, and so much more.

Who We Are as an Employer:

At EEA, we create meaningful, inclusive opportunities that empower our employees to make a real difference in shaping the environmental future of Massachusetts. We foster a workplace culture where diversity is valued, innovation is encouraged, and collaboration thrives. Our employees play a vital role in advancing sustainability, environmental justice, and clean energy solutions, ensuring a positive and lasting impact on Massachusetts and its residents.

Description:

This internship is unpaid and designed to support students or recent graduates seeking practical experience in the field. Candidates may be eligible to earn academic credit through their college or university.

The Office of Outreach and Planning is responsible for organizing and scheduling events (career fairs, Envirothon, high school visits and more) to promote MassDEP. Connecting and engaging with educators and school officials are crucial components of the Office's environmental programs, strategies, and events designed to raise awareness about MassDEP. The Office of Outreach and Planning also manages the Michelle Waters- Ekanem Internship Program, which hosts interns twice a year. As part of our talented and professional team, MassDEP interns are provided with education, training, hands-on experience, supervision, and networking opportunities. They participate in a professional environment and use modern technology and information systems to help address real environmental issues.

• Tracking analytics for LinkedIn and other social media platforms
• Creative Development Coordination: Work with internal and external partners on the development of creative content (collateral, graphics, video, etc.)
• Creating and scheduling social media posting and distribution of blogs
• Writing captions for posts and brochures
• Assist with the design and execution, create infographics, and videos.
• Maintain and monitor all social media emails and inboxes.

• Excellent writing skills and creative mindset.
• Basic knowledge of graphic design, video editing and online marketing.
• Great opportunity for students pursuing marketing and communication degrees.
• Highly organized with strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Must possess a valid driver's license
• Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite and Social Media Marketing.